Events and Happenings

Multi-day Events

‘Jesus Christ Superstar’

Thursday, April 9-Sunday, April 19

Gateway Playhouse, 738 Bay Ave., Somers Point

Experience Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s iconic rock opera like never before. “Jesus Christ Superstar” delivers an electrifying retelling of the final days of Jesus through powerful music, raw emotion and explosive energy. Visit www.gatewaybythebay.org for more information.

Ocean City Girls Weekend

Friday, April 10-Sunday, April 12

Ladies, it’s time to put yourself first. Girls Weekend is taking place this weekend along Downtown Asbury Avenue. Enjoy a fashion show kick-off event, shopping and dining specials all weekend, along with accommodation packages, wellness classes and much more. Call 609-399-1412 for more information.

OC CON Comic Book & Memorabilia Show

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, April 11; and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, April 12

Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk

This year marks the 10th anniversary of OC Con. Save the date and gather your friends and family for a fun weekend of comic books, cosplay, character interactions, meet-and-greets and more. Visit www.ocnjcon.com for the complete schedule. Free admission.

Smithville Renaissance Faire

11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, April 11 and 12

Historic Smithville, 615 E. Moss Mill Road

The Historic Village of Smithville will be transformed into the Shire of Smithville in the heart of the English Renaissance. There will be plenty of fun for the whole family including comedy, tragedy, sword fighting, dance, song, knights, jesters and much more. Plus, stroll amongst the vendors and traveling merchants selling gifts and finely crafted items. The event will be hosted by the players of the New Jersey Renaissance Faire. Visit www.historicsmithville.com for more information.

Thursday, April 9

Absecon Galloway Rotary Club Meetings

6 p.m.

Rifici, 308 W. Absecon Blvd.

The members of the Absecon Galloway Rotary Club invite the public to be their guest at their upcoming meeting. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at Rifici, and the fourth Thursday of every month at Gourmet Italian Restaurant. Networking starts at 5:30 p.m. Learn more about Rotary, how they serve our local community and meet local community members. Email Rose McCarthy, club president, at bluerose46@aol.com.

Cape-Atlantic Marine Corps League Meeting

7 p.m.

Marine Corps Bunker, 731 E. Greek Creek Road, Galloway

The Cape Atlantic USMC League will host their monthly meeting in Galloway. For more information, call 609-517-6466 or email camcl194@gmail.com.

Saturday, April 11

OC CON Super Hero Run

9 a.m.

Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk

Be a superhero this weekend and get ready for the annual OC CON Superhero 1-Mile Run and Kids Superhero Obstacle Dash. This event encourages participants of all ages to dress in as their favorite costumed characters. Race day registration opens at 8 a.m. For more information or to sign up, visit www.ocnj.us/race-events.

EHT Spring Clean Communities Day

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Egg Harbor Township Public Works, 6120 Mill Road

Join EHT Clean Communities for a day of spring cleaning. Supply pickup will take place from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. The cleanup will be followed by lunch and a chance auction at 12 p.m. For more information or to register, call 609-272-8120 or email publicworks@ehtgov.org.

Longport Beach Sweep

9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

33rd and Atlantic avenues

Join Clean Ocean Action for their annual beach sweep in Longport. Register in-person or online at www.cleanoceanaction.org.

Ocean City Beach Sweep

9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk

Volunteers are needed for the Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweep. This statewide initiative will take place at over 80 beaches throughout the Garden State. Sign up for the Ocean City beach sweep at the Music Pier this Saturday or online at www.cleanoceanaction.org.

Tai Chi at the Library

10 a.m.

Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Ave.

Join the Longport Library every Saturday for a morning of Tai Chi. Bring your own mat and wear loose, comfortable clothing. Call 609-487-7403 to register or learn more.

Monday, April 13

Musical Connections

1 p.m.

Katz JCC, 501 N. Jerome Ave., Margate

Feel the stress of the day peel away and share familiar tunes from various genres and instruments with friends and neighbors. RSVP by April 10 by contacting tserota@jfsatlantic.org, or call 609-287-8872.

History of the Shore Fast Line

6:30 p.m.

Atlantic County Historical Society, 907 Shore Road, Somers Point

Join Bill Elwell, adjunct professor from Monmouth University, for a presentation on the history of the Shore Fast Line railway. Mark your calendars for this event. Free admission.

EHT History Trivia Night

7 p.m.

Egg Harbor Township Community Center, 5045 English Creek Ave.

Gather your friends and family and test your knowledge on local trivia. There will be cool prizes and plenty of free snacks. All participants get a free souvenir from a long-forgotten place in EHT. Free admission for GEHTHS members, $2 non-members and $1 for students.

Tuesday, April 14

Memoir Workshop

10:30 a.m.

Katz JCC, 501 N. Jerome Ave., Margate

Experience the thrill of capturing life’s adventures, history and ancestry and learn about publishing your work. A laptop or pen and paper is needed for this workshop. RSVP by April 10 by contacting tserota@jfsatlantic.org, or call 609-287-8872.

Bottles and Memories of Cape May County

6 p.m.

Upper Township Seniors Center, 1369 Stagecoach Road, Ocean View

If you have ever discovered old glass bottles, bring them along to the next Upper Township Historical Society meeting. Author and researcher Edward Runyon will identify your finds and share his experience. Attendees will also learn about the many bottles he has uncovered throughout Cape May County, as well as the history of glass companies throughout the region.

Senior Dance Society

7-9:30 p.m.

Somers Point Fire Co. No. 1, 447 Bethel Road

Join in the fun and enjoy an evening of dancing with live music duos every Tuesday. Activities include social dancing, line dancing, dance mixers and more. For more information, contact Sharon at kookiecar@yahoo.com.

Thursday, April 16

Brunch & Learn with JFS Village

10:30 a.m.

Katz JCC, 501 N. Jerome Ave., Margate

Explore how Jewish communities in the region navigate memory, identity and resilience. JFS Village will examine the role of remembrance in shaping contemporary Jewish life. RSVP by April 10 by contacting tserota@jfsatlantic.org or call 609-287-8872.

OCHS Crew Pint Night Fundraiser

4-8 p.m.

Slack Tide Brewing, 1879 Route 9, Clermont

Come support the Ocean City Crew with a fun night of pints for a good time. Enjoy delicious craft beer and amazing food. A portion of every sale goes directly to the Crew Boosters. The event is free to attend. Grab your friends and keep the OCHS boats moving this season.

Saturday, April 18

Galloway Township Police Foundation Valor Run 5K

9:15 a.m.

3 N. New York Road, Galloway

Get your sneakers ready and join the Galloway Township Police Department for their inaugural Valor Run, a family-friendly event dedicated to honoring the bravery of first responders and veterans while supporting community outreach initiatives, including the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Additional race information can be found at www.gtpd.org.

K-Pop-Inspired Dance Party

10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Atlantic County 4-H Fairgrounds, 3210 Route 50, Mays Landing

Join the Atlantic County 4-H and PFAPA Fun Squad for a K-pop-themed dance party. The event will include character meet-and-greets, a DJ, dancing, face painting, hair art, sensory play and lunch. Proceeds from the event will go to the Autoinflammatory Alliance and Atlantic County 4-H. Visit https://linktr.ee/ac4h for more information.

Spring Warm-Up at Somers Mansion

11 a.m.-4 p.m.

1000 Shore Road, Somers Point

Join the Somers Point Farmers Market for their first-ever Spring Warm-Up event, featuring dozens of local vendors, food, a kids’ area, mansion tours and more. Visit @somerspointfarmersmarket on Instagram for more information.

Ocean City Doo Dah Parade

12 p.m.

Asbury Avenue and the Boardwalk

One of Ocean City’s most popular events returns next weekend. Welcome the spring season with this comedy parade complete with over 300 basset hounds. The procession will begin at noon at Sixth Street and Asbury Ave., traveling south to 12th Street and up to the Boardwalk.

Speed Bag Saturday in Margate

12-5 p.m.

Head to Margate for a full day of cornhole in three locations. Take part in a day of speed cornhole games at hosts Ventura’s Greenhouse, Maynard’s Café and Robert’s Place. Participants will play a 10-minute continuous cornhole game and score as many points as they can. For more information, visit www.margatehasmore.com.

Port Republic Heritage Society Chinese Auction & Dinner

4-8 p.m.

The Carriage House, 25 S. Pitney Road, Galloway

Enjoy an evening out for a great cause. Attendees will enjoy a full buffet dinner, door prize raffles and auction items featuring gift baskets, gift cards and high-value items. Help support the future home of the Port Republic Heritage Hall. Tickets are $65 per person. Email pheritagesociety@gmail.com or call 609-407-3966 for more information.

Toast Pink Annual Gala

6 p.m.

The Flanders Hotel, 719 E. 11th St., Ocean City

Toast Pink Presents La Dolce Villa. Come support the effort to help needy, local cancer patients of all diagnoses with their day-to-day bills. The evening will include dinner, drinks, dancing and raffle and auction items. Tickets are available at www.toastpink.org before they sell out.

Sunday, April 19

Mosaic 5K & Family Fun Run

8:30 a.m.

Ocean City Civic Center, Sixth Street and the Boardwalk

Kick off spring with a fun event on the Ocean City Boardwalk for a great cause. Now in its 16th year, this community favorite supports local Alzheimer’s and dementia programs, caregiver services and enriching activities for older adults across Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland counties. The chip-timed 5K run starts at 9 a.m.; the 5K walk and family fun run and walk begins at 8:30 a.m. Learn more at https://mosaicgiving.org/5k.

The Rat Pack is Back: Starring Tony Sands

2 p.m.

Holy Spirit High School, 500 S. Shore Road, Absecon

The Rat Pack is back and it is going to be a night to remember. Enjoy an incredible evening to support Saint Joseph Regional School and Holy Spirit High School, featuring Tony Sands as Frank Sinatra in a show that will capture the magic, music and spirit of the original Rat Pack. Visit www.sjrs.org for more information.

Bus Trips

Washington Crossing and Philadelphia

Sunday, April 19

The Historic Preservation Society of Upper Township will host a one-day bus trip to historic sites in Bucks County, Pa., and Philadelphia. The trip will include stops at the Thompson Neely House, Washington Crossing State Park, the Yardley Inn for lunch and the Museum of the American Revolution. The bus will leave from the Court House ACME parking lot at 7:30 a.m. and the Seaville ACME lot at 7:40 a.m. The cost of the trip is $125 per person and includes bus fare, admission to all sites and lunch. For more information, contact Pary Tell at parytell@gmail.com.

New York City

Saturday, April 25

Join Egg Harbor Township Recreation on a day trip to the city that never sleeps. What you do once you arrive is up to you, whether it’s wandering the streets, chasing the sights, or tasting something new. The bus will depart from EHT Community Center at 8 a.m. and leave New York City at 7 p.m. The cost is $60 per person and seats are limited. Register online at www.ehtrec.com or in person at the Recreation Office. Payment must be made at the time of reservation.

Grounds for Sculpture

Thursday, April 30

Sponsored by the Green Thumb Garden Club. A cost of $90 includes transportation, an entrance fee and the driver’s tip. The bus will leave from the Somers Point Target parking lot at 8 a.m. and return to Somers Point at 4:30 p.m. Mail your check made out to GTGC. Include your name, address, phone number and email to Sally Pietrofitta, 250 Atlantic Ave., Somers Point, NJ 08244. For more information, call Sally at 609-927-4147, or after 6 p.m. call Cheryl at 267-882-8355.

Health and Wellness

Depression and Anxiety Group

5:30 p.m. Tuesdays

Atlantic Community Wellness Center, 1125 Atlantic Ave. Suite 617, Atlantic City

This weekly in-person support group is offered to individuals seeking coping strategies, mutual support, self-care, wellness and recovery. Meetings are led by peers who have lived experience. No cost to participate. Offered by the Mental Health Association in Atlantic County. For more information, call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.

NAMI Connections and Family Support Groups

7 p.m. Monday, April 13

St. Joseph Church, 606 Shore Road, Somers Point

NAMI of Atlantic/Cape May offers free self-help, peer-led support groups for family members, caregivers and friends of individuals over the age of 18 living with a mental illness. Family Support and Connections groups meet on the second Monday of each month. Visit www.namiacm.org for further information.

Dementia Support Group